light duty cleaner

Government of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Calgary is looking for a dedicated individual to handle cleaning tasks, ensuring a hygienic environment at the facilities. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, dusting, and addressing customer concerns. The position requires no formal education, but experience in cleaning is preferred. Candidates should be punctual, reliable, and able to work independently under tight deadlines. This role works on-site only, with no remote options available.

Benefits

Free parking available

As per collective agreement

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or teaching is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors.
• Dust furniture.
• Vacuum carpeting and upholstery.
• Stock linen closet.
• Clean kitchen and bathroom fixtures.
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers.

Skills

Cleaning

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Spanish

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Responsibilities Tasks

• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Dust furniture
• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
• Stock linen closet
• Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances
• Clean and disinfect elevators
• Provide basic information on facilities
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Wash windows, walls and ceilings
• Clean changing rooms and showers
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met

Experience and specialization Area of work experience

• Teaching
• Cleaning

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses not paid by employer
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Sitting
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Honesty
• Hardworking
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner

Benefits Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available